Question

In packed absorption tower, onset of flooding usually occurs at a pressure drop of about __________ mm of water column per metre height of packing.

a.

25-50

b.

50-75

c.

200-250

d.

750-1000

Answer: (b).50-75

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Q. In packed absorption tower, onset of flooding usually occurs at a pressure drop of about __________ mm of water column per metre height of packing.

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